August 2021
Note: Due to Covid-19 control measures, we are unable to fulfill orders of printed publications at this time. These publications are available as downloadable PDFs.
CARPENTRY FUNDAMENTALS
Basics of Construction
Training new workers or learning the trade? APA offers many resources that can be helpful in learning the basics of commercial and residential construction. We provide guidance on essentials such as: building materials and fasteners; specification; constructing floors, walls and roofs; and common framing and construction practices.
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UPCOMING WEBINAR
Wall Bracing IV: Wall Bracing in High Seismic SDC D0 – D2 Regions
Wednesday, August 25, 2021, 10-11:30 a.m. PDT
The residential building code is used throughout the country to design both detached single-family homes and townhomes. Within this code, there are many additional requirements placed on buildings located in high seismic zones. This session provides a comprehensive look at residential code requirements in these regions, including limitations and detailing requirements.
AIA and ICC credits are available to participants.
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There is no cost to attend live or on-demand APA webinars.
ON-DEMAND WEBINAR
Sheathe for Success: Simple Techniques to Make Buildings Stronger and More Energy Efficient
Wood structural panel wall sheathing offers superior strength and durability and can be used to solve many building challenges. The same panels commonly used as wall sheathing can also act as an air barrier, resist loads from winds and earthquakes, support siding and trim and much more. This session discusses how wood structural panel wall sheathing balances structural integrity, energy efficiency and cost effectiveness with a single product that is sustainable and environmentally friendly.
AIA and ICC credits are available to participants.
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